The United States quarter, specifically the Washington Quarter, was first minted in 1932 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth. The 1949 Washington Quarter was produced in various mint locations, with the Philadelphia mint being one of the primary sources. This coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, and it features a portrait of George Washington on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. Collectors often seek out specific years and mint marks for completion of their sets, making the 1949 Philadelphia Quarter a notable item in U.S. numismatics.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1949-P (Philadelphia) Washington Quarters 25¢ (Twenty Five Cents, Quarter) Washington Quarters 1949 Philadelphia